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Southwire's 16-gauge building wire is a versatile and reliable choice for a variety of applications, including fixture wire, machine tool wiring, and appliance wiring. Made with annealed copper conductors and a tough, heat-resistant PVC insulation, this wire is suitable for use in dry locations at temperatures up to 90°C and in wet locations or with oil or coolant at temperatures up to 60°C. It meets or exceeds UL standard 66 and National Electrical Code requirements, making it a great option for contractors and builders seeking a high-quality, long-lasting solution. Available in black and other colors.
Top product features:
Copper conductors are annealed (soft) to provide flexibility and ease of installation.
The polyvinyl chloride (PVC) insulation is heat and moisture resistant to protect the conductor and ensure reliable performance.
The nylon (polyamide) jacket provides oil and gasoline resistance, making the wire suitable for use in environments where exposure to these substances is possible.
Southwire type tffn or mtw or awm may be used as fixture wire machine tool wiring or appliance wiring material as specified in the 2008 national electrical code. When used as type tffn conductor is suitable for use at temperatures not to exceed 90°c. When used as type mtw conductor is suitable for use in wet locations or when exposed to oil or coolant at temperatures not to exceed 60°c or dry locations at temperatures not to exceed 90°c (with ampacity limited to that for 75°c conductor temperature per nfpa 79). Conductor temperatures not to exceed 105°c in dry locations when rated awm and used as appliance wiring material. Voltage for all applications is 600 volts. Specifications southwire type tffn or mtw or awm meets or exceeds ul standard 66 and requirements of the national electrical code. Rohs compliant. Construction southwire type tffn or mtw or awm copper conductors are annealed (soft) copper insulated with a tough heat and moisture resistant polyvinyl chloride (pvc) over which a nylon (polyamide) jacket is applied. Available in black white red blue green yellow orange brown purple gray and pink. Some colors standard some subject to economic order quantity. 1 oil and gasoline resistant ll as defined by underwriters laboratories.